With the release of the movie Shrek in 2001, followed by Shrek 2 in 2004, Shrek the Third in 2007, along with the soon to come Shrek Forever After, donkey stuffed animals did and will again, fly off the shelves. Given the popularity of Donkey, Shrek’s sidekick and best friend, it’s no surprise that children are drawn to donkey stuffed animals. Of course, donkey stuffed animals are not limited to just Donkey from Shrek, but he is certainly lots of fun and as a result makes a very worthwhile donkey stuffed animal to have.
The actual donkey started being used by humans around 3000 BC as work animals to carry things from one place to another. Donkey’s were also used for riding and to help plow fields. Unlike horses, donkey’s are much more of an all terrain animal, thus can handle even the most difficult types of areas for walking. Also unlike horses, they are not as easily spooked by loud noises and the like. When one thinks of donkey’s, their penchant for stubbornness likely comes to mind, but it’s not being stubborn that is their issue they have a keen sense of their own well-being and safety, so they won’t do anything that jeopardizes it. Donkey’s are quite independent and will reason things out and then make a decision based on how safe it is for them.